Physical Substation Designer
Michael Page International
- Tampa, Florida
- 30+ days ago
- $95,000–$110,000 Per Year
- Full-time
Highlights
Strong understanding of substation equipment including: power transformers, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, instrument transformers (CTs/PTs), buswork, control buildings, steel structures. A successful Physical Substation Designer should have: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology, Drafting, Design, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Tampa, Florida |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $95,000–$110,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://www.michaelpage.ca/ |
Description
Job Title
Physical Substation Designer
Job Description
Develop physical design packages for transmission and distribution substations (12kV-500kV). Prepare detailed engineering drawings including: General Arrangement (GA) plans, equipment plans and elevations, section views, foundation plans, grounding layouts, conduit and cable trench layouts, control building layouts, bus and equipment arrangements, structural steel details. Create and revise drawings using AutoCAD, MicroStation, or Bentley OpenUtilities Substation. Produce accurate Bills of Material (BOMs) and equipment lists. Coordinate designs with civil, structural, electrical, protection & controls, and transmission engineering teams. Perform field walkdowns and site visits to verify existing conditions and support design development. Ensure designs comply with utility standards, NEC, NESC, IEEE, ANSI, and client specifications. Incorporate vendor drawings and equipment information into final design packages. Support constructability reviews and resolve design issues during construction. Participate in QA/QC reviews and maintain drawing quality standards. Assist with project schedules and meet established design milestones.
The Successful Applicant
A successful Physical Substation Designer should have: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology, Drafting, Design, or related field (or equivalent experience). 3+ years of physical substation design experience. Experience designing utility substations from 12kV through 500kV. Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation. Ability to interpret one-line diagrams, schematics, and engineering calculations. Strong understanding of substation equipment including: power transformers, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, instrument transformers (CTs/PTs), buswork, control buildings, steel structures. Knowledge of utility drawing standards and construction practices.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary ranging from $95,000 to $110,000 per year. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits. Work on critical utility infrastructure and grid modernization projects. Support high-profile transmission, renewable energy, and data center developments. Collaborate with experienced engineers and multidisciplinary project teams. Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Flexible work arrangements and long-term career advancement within a growing power delivery practice.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Physical Substation Designer, apply now!
Contact Lauren Just Quote job ref JN-072026-7063556
Job Summary
Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector: Engineering Design and R&D
Industry: Energy & Natural Resources
Location: Tampa
Contract Type: Permanent
Consultant Name: Lauren Just
Job Reference: JN-072026-7063556
Job Nature: Hybrid working
About Company
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job.
In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas:
Banking and financial services
Digital and e-commerce
Engineering and manufacturing
Finance and accounting
Human resources
Information technology
Marketing
Oil and gas
Procurement and supply chain
Property and construction
Sales
An Established Brand
The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry.
A Market Leader
The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world.
Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.